The project „Parametric Wood“ investigates how wood veneer can be deformed in industrial production with low material input in such a way that the most possible stability around different axes is achieved. The technique used is a new interpretation of Ray and Charles Eames‘ bentwood processing.
To produce the wooden modules, strips of veneer are pressed between a positive and negative mold with the addition of a sustainable glue. The resulting shells can be connected on their outer sides to form structures in three-dimensional space. Possible applications for these structures are: Interior design in the form of room dividers, temporary architecture, but also structural components in building engineering. Furthermore, the system can be extended with exchangeable electronic modules. This makes it possible, for example, to integrate lighting into living environments with little effort.
Possible connecting variants of the wooden modules
Evolution process of the module form
Paper structures and connections as an aid in finding the module shapes
Production of curved molded wood using a 3D printed mold.
Molding process of the molded wood